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The National
28-07-2025
- Business
- The National
Keir Starmer cuts off Donald Trump after Scotland trade deal comment
Speaking at a press conference after a meeting between the two leaders at the US president's golf course in Ayrshire, Trump was asked about the UK-US trade deal and the potential [[benefits]] for Scotland. A journalist asked: 'Because of your love of Scotland, is there a better trade deal to be done for Scottish businesses like whisky?' He then said: 'Well, I assume when we do our trade deal overall, a lot of it comes to Scotland. 'I hope maybe all of it should go to Scotland.' The Prime Minister then interrupted, saying: 'It's a very good deal for the whole United Kingdom and we have already achieved great things on the deal and we'll achieve even more as we work together.' Trump was also asked about the trade deal and its impact on Scotland ahead of the meeting, which led him to claim he has a 'great love' for the country and that he wants Scotland to "thrive". Pointing to the fact that his mother, Mary Anne, was born there, he said she would return to her homeland 'once a year' for a visit. He later added: 'So yeah, it gives me a feeling, you know it's different, you go to another country, you have no relationship to it … but it's different when your mother was born here.' Pushed again on whether that could mean a different deal for products such as whisky, Trump added: 'I was very particular, this is a part of the world I want to see thrive. It's going to thrive.' The meeting between the leaders comes as part of Trump's five-day-long private trip to Scotland. Afterwards, they will travel on together for a further private engagement in Aberdeen.
The National
25-07-2025
- Business
- The National
Anti-Donald Trump banner unveiled near mother's Scottish birthplace
Lewis Revival – a vintage and house decor business just miles from where Trump's mother, Mary Anne, was born on the isle of Lewis – unveiled a banner this morning which reads "shame on you, Donald John". It comes as the US president is set to land at Prestwick Airport this evening ahead of a four-day private trip in Scotland. READ MORE: What are Donald Trump's family and business ties to Scotland? All to know The business previously unveiled the same banner in March after Trump's infamous meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the White House. But it was subsequently taken down by the local council. The shop's owner, Sarah Venus, told The National that the banner – which features dozens of signatures and anti-Trump messages from locals and tourists (below) – will remain until this evening. (Image: Ralph Tonge Photography) It will then be taken on a tour of the island, making an appearance at various prominent locations. Trump is expected to visit both his golf clubs north of the Border – in Aberdeenshire and South Ayrshire – during the four-day visit. He is also set to meet with Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Scotland's First Minister John Swinney. The visit is expected to be met with large scale protests, with the policing operation required to handle it and the visit more generally set to be huge – with Police Scotland seeking officers from other areas of the UK for support.
Daily Mail
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Little boy in this picture became the most famous person on earth
This picture shows a blonde-haired little boy who grew up to become one of the most famous - and divisive - political figures in history, and shows a side to him that the world has rarely ever seen. With his golden hair, twinkling eyes and angelic expression, this toddler looks like a regular, unassuming child. But in a twist that stunned the internet, this innocent young boy turned out to be none other than US President Donald Trump. And while Trump has been at the forefront of worldwide fame for several years, the rare image of the US leader sparked a storm of reactions from social media users when it first emerged. While some were quick to gush over how 'wonderful' and 'sweet' he was as a toddler, others branded him 'the worst monster there could ever be'. One internet user also questioned why he had to 'grow up' when he was an 'innocent little kid'. As Trump celebrates his 79th birthday today, the president's baby photo has taken a new meaning. The millionaire-turned politician has spent the majority of his life under the spotlight, reinventing himself from real estate mogul to reality TV star, and finally, the president of the United States. Born on June 14, 1946 in the New York borough of Queens, Trump was the fourth of five children to property tycoon Fred Trump and wife Mary Anne. His mother was Scottish and his father the son of German immigrants. After joining the family business in 1968, the ambitious young Trump quickly made a name for himself and invested in several big real estate projects in New York, including the iconic Trump Tower. Having transformed Manhattan's skyline with glitzy skyscrapers, opulent hotels and flashy casinos, his lavish lifestyle and dynamic character turned him into a tabloid sensation throughout the 1980s and 1990s. As his real estate empire grew, so did his celebrity status. Trump wrote bestselling book The Art of The Deal in 1987 and became the host for TV show The Apprentice in 2004, which cemented him as a household name. In 1988, Forbes estimated his net worth to be around $1billion. And throughout the years, his personal life has been just as headline-grabbing as his business ventures. Trump married his first wife Ivana in 1977. A glamorous Czech model, she played a significant role in the family business and helped build the Trump brand while the couple raised their three children children together. But their 13-year marriage came to an end after it emerged that Trump had been having an affair with model Marla Maples. After Trump's very public split from Ivana, he and Marla welcomed daughter Tiffany in 1993 before going their separate ways. He married his third wife, Melania, in 2005, and together the couple had son Barron. Better known as a celebrity and businessman, Trump stunned the world when he first won the presidency in 2016, as many did not take his bid for presidency seriously. But against all odds, Trump managed to defeat Democrat Hillary Clinton and was sworn in as US president. He introduced major change during his first term as America's leader. Tightening on immigration, Trump cracked down on travel from Muslim-majority countries and strengthened part of the southern border with Mexico. His first term in office ended with bitterness after he made unfounded claims that he lost the election unfairly, which consequently prompted his supporters to violently storm the US capitol. Just months before the 2024 elections, Trump was convicted in a New York trial for falsifying business records in a case about hush-money payments to silence a porn star before the 2016 election. But a judge gave him an unconditional discharge, sparing him jail time or a fine. Trump also became the subject of a historic assassination attempt after a gunman fired shots at him during a Pennsylvania rally in July 2024. One of the bullets grazed his right ear and the shooter was killed by secret service snipers. Images documented the famed moment, with one photograph showing Trump placing his hand over his bloodied ear. Another snap showed him with a raised fist and blood on his face - a moment that was widely shared on social media and praised by his supporters. Following a lengthy and unpredictable election period, Trump was sworn in as America's 47th president in January after he beat his Democratic rival Kamala Harris. In his inauguration speech, he promised a new 'golden age' of America and began his second term with a rush of executive orders which included cracking down on immigration. This week, Trump has been the subject of widespread protests across the US after federal immigration raids arrested dozens of workers in Los Angeles as part of his crackdown on migrants. But as he celebrates his 79th birthday this weekend, there is no denying the little boy in the photograph has left a mark. From building a real estate empire to two stints in the White House, Trump has challenged political norms and defied expectations, making him to many a symbol of reinvention.
Cision Canada
20-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Lumine Group Inc. Announces New CFO Appointment
TORONTO, May 20, 2025 /CNW/ - Lumine Group Inc. ("Lumine Group") (TSXV: LMN) announced today the appointment of Mary Anne Lavallee as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Lumine Group, effective May 26, 2025. This transition is part of our strategic plan to position Lumine Group for its next phase of growth. Mary Anne joins Lumine Group from Gateway Services Inc., where she most recently served as the Chief Financial Officer since October 2023, a role where she led financial functions across the organization and worked closely with the executive team to drive value creation through operational excellence and M&A. Prior to this, Mary Anne served as the Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer & Chief Transformation Officer at Postmedia, which culminated a near 9-year progressive career (2014-2023) with the company. In this role, she owned all financial functions, key operational teams, and transformation programs across the organization. Prior to this, Mary Anne spent nearly 6 years in finance roles at BlackBerry (2008-2014), and started her career in assurance services at KPMG (2002-2008). "We are excited to welcome Mary Anne to our team," said David Nyland, Lumine Group CEO, "her credentials, strategic vision and leadership experience will help us drive continued growth." As Lumine Group's existing CFO, Brian Beattie will work through a transition period with Mary Anne during fiscal Q2 (through the end of June, 2025), after which he will remain in his role as a director of Lumine Group. Forward Looking Statements Certain statements herein may be "forward looking" statements that involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual events to be materially different from any future events expressed or implied by such forward looking statements. Words such as "may", "will", "expect", "believe", "plan", "intend", "should", "anticipate" and other similar terminology are intended to identify forward looking statements. Forward looking statements in this press release include Lumine Group's intentions vis-a-vis its management team. Forward looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties, should not be read as guarantees of future results, and will not necessarily be accurate indications of whether or not such results will be achieved, or when such results will be achieved. Although the Company believes that the assumptions and expectations reflected in forward looking statements are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on such forward looking statements because the Company can give no assurance that such statements will prove to be correct. A number of factors could cause actual results to vary significantly from the results discussed in the forward looking statements. These forward looking statements reflect current assumptions and expectations regarding future events and are made as of the date hereof and Lumine Group assumes no obligation, except as required by law, to update any forward looking statements to reflect new events or circumstances. About Lumine Group SOURCE Lumine Group Inc
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Lumine Group Inc. Announces New CFO Appointment
TORONTO, May 20, 2025 /CNW/ - Lumine Group Inc. ("Lumine Group") (TSXV:LMN) announced today the appointment of Mary Anne Lavallee as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Lumine Group, effective May 26, 2025. This transition is part of our strategic plan to position Lumine Group for its next phase of growth. Mary Anne joins Lumine Group from Gateway Services Inc., where she most recently served as the Chief Financial Officer since October 2023, a role where she led financial functions across the organization and worked closely with the executive team to drive value creation through operational excellence and M&A. Prior to this, Mary Anne served as the Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer & Chief Transformation Officer at Postmedia, which culminated a near 9-year progressive career (2014-2023) with the company. In this role, she owned all financial functions, key operational teams, and transformation programs across the organization. Prior to this, Mary Anne spent nearly 6 years in finance roles at BlackBerry (2008-2014), and started her career in assurance services at KPMG (2002-2008). "We are excited to welcome Mary Anne to our team," said David Nyland, Lumine Group CEO, "her credentials, strategic vision and leadership experience will help us drive continued growth." As Lumine Group's existing CFO, Brian Beattie will work through a transition period with Mary Anne during fiscal Q2 (through the end of June, 2025), after which he will remain in his role as a director of Lumine Group. Forward Looking Statements Certain statements herein may be "forward looking" statements that involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual events to be materially different from any future events expressed or implied by such forward looking statements. Words such as "may", "will", "expect", "believe", "plan", "intend", "should", "anticipate" and other similar terminology are intended to identify forward looking statements. Forward looking statements in this press release include Lumine Group's intentions vis-a-vis its management team. Forward looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties, should not be read as guarantees of future results, and will not necessarily be accurate indications of whether or not such results will be achieved, or when such results will be achieved. Although the Company believes that the assumptions and expectations reflected in forward looking statements are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on such forward looking statements because the Company can give no assurance that such statements will prove to be correct. A number of factors could cause actual results to vary significantly from the results discussed in the forward looking statements. These forward looking statements reflect current assumptions and expectations regarding future events and are made as of the date hereof and Lumine Group assumes no obligation, except as required by law, to update any forward looking statements to reflect new events or circumstances. About Lumine Group Lumine Group (TSXV: LMN) acquires, strengthens, and grows vertical market software businesses in the Communications and Media industry. Learn more at Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. SOURCE Lumine Group Inc View original content:
